Syn Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 My name is Sydney, although I have gone by Syn for years. I will be 22 years old on June 9. I was diagnosed with Chronic Depression with bouts of Major Depressive Disorder at age six, Panic Disorder shortly afterwards, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder at eleven years of age. It is very difficult for me to remember a time when I did not take medication. I was a self-injurier from 8 years old to 18 years old, although I admit I do think about it a lot. I had a small benign astrosytoma removed from my head at 19, being 28 mm by 28 mm in size. I am lucky enough to have a wonderful support group. I am a single child to two loving parents that would move the world for me if they could. I have two best friends that have been with since I was 11, having dealt with my dysfunctions with nothing but acceptance. My boyfriend Josh of four years, going on five, has been supportive and understanding, even if I have panic attacks at two in the mourning. As an animal lover, I've had luck with the care each pet has shown me - our dog now, Seaqueen, will come find me whenever I have a panic attack. She lets me clutch her like a lifeline, shaking and screaming until I come down. Despite all this, I have good days and bad days. I worry about not being able to function in working society, having one more semester before I graduate & get my Associates Degree in Applied Science for Funeral Service. I came here because while I appreciate all the support I have, I want to talk to people who truly understand - have experienced the overwhelming feelings I have. I hope that isn't too much of an intro. I have a tendency to babble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt07 Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Welcome to Crazyboards! It sounds like you have a wonderful support system. I admire you studying Funeral Service because that is something I could never do. I'm glad you found us and I look forward to reading your posts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olga Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Welcome to Crazyboards. I ask all new members to please read the rules, just so you understand how we operate. This is a very supportive group and I hope you enjoy being a part of our wacky club. olga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hagar Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Welcome to CB! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exl2398 Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Hi and welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix_Rising Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 (edited) Hello Syn and Welcome! Edited May 24, 2014 by Phoenix_Rising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syn Posted May 25, 2014 Author Share Posted May 25, 2014 Thank you, all of you, for the welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
writehellarandomshiny Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 Welcome to the boards. We hope you find peace here. We also hope you find nipple clamps.... I mean... friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldrake Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 hello there! welcome and i hope you'll have a great stay here in crazyboards.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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